Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time – August 7th, 2016

Our Lady of Grace R.C. Church “A Family Tradition”

430 AVENUE W, BROOKLYN, NY 11223

SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM: Baptisms are celebrated on the 2nd Sunday of each month at 2:30pm. Registration is done at the Rectory. Instruction class is required of Parents & Godparents which will be on the Thursday two weeks before Baptism at 7pm.

SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: Confessions are held on Saturdays from 4:15pm to 4:45pm or at other reasonable times by making an appointment at the Rectory.

SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE: Arrangements must be made at least 6 months prior to the wedding date.

SACRAMENT OF ANOINTING OF THE SICK: Contact the Rectory to make arrangements for the Sacrament of Anointing. Please contact the Pastoral Ministry Office to arrange home visitation and Communion.

CHAPEL OF ADORATION: Open from 6am to 9pm daily. Enter on E. 4th St.

DEVOTIONS: Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal & St. Anthony Novena on Tuesdays and the Daily Holy Rosary immediately following the 8:45am daily Mass; 8am Saturday Mass and 8:30am Sunday Mass.

Our Mission Statement

The Parish of Our Lady of Grace, Gravesend, as a family of faith motivated by love for God welcomes all to join us as we worship in the Roman Catholic tradition. Empowered by the Holy Spirit, we strive to form ourselves and our children in the love and truths taught by our Savior Jesus Christ, and to instill a deep respect for all that God, our Father, has created. We willingly share our time, talents, and treasure through diverse ministries in the service of others.

MASS SCHEDULE MONDAY THROUGH SATURDAY: 8:30AM

SATURDAY VIGIL MASS: 5PM  

SUNDAYS: 8:30AM, 10:15AM, 11:45AM, 1:30PM (SPANISH)

PASTOR Rev. Vincent Chirichella

PAROCHIAL VICAR Rev. Lukasz Lech

PERMANENT DEACON Deacon Philip J. Siani

IN RESIDENCE Rev. Dominick F. Cutrone

PASTOR EMERITUS

Rev. Edward A. Cassar

- RECTORY OFFICE HOURS -

MONDAY TO FRIDAY 9AM TO 12NOON AND 1PM TO 8PM

SATURDAY: 9AM TO 1PM

PHONE: (718) 627-2020 FAX: (718) 336-8033

FAITH FORMATION

Ms. Phyllis Niwinski, Director (718) 375-0404

CATHOLIC ACADEMY Mrs. Meghan Sarno, Principal

(718) 375-2081

PASTORAL MINISTRY Mrs. Annette Bonvino, Coordinator

(718) 375-0668

MUSIC MINISTRIES Mr. Edward Radonic, Director

(718) 627-2020

YOUTH MINISTRY Mr. Louis Nuñez, Director

(718) 627-2020

UPPER & LOWER CHURCH ARE WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE

PARKING LOT AVAILABLE

ourladyofgrace7@gmail.com www.ourladyofgrace-brooklyn.org

MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK Saturday, August 6th 5:00pm Loretta Rinaldi, Evelyn Coniglio, Mary Abbate, Angelina Cataldo, Souls in Purgatory

Sunday, August 7th 8:30am Anthony Nunziata and Charlotte & Angelo Nunziata 10:15am Anthony Joseph Rizzo 11:45am Angela & Carmine Luciano & Virginia Seaman 1:30pm People of the Parish

Monday, August 8th 8:30am Mr. Philip

Tuesday, August 9th 8:30am All Souls in Purgatory

Wednesday, August 10th 8:30am Salvatore Ercole

Thursday, August 11th 8:30am Pauline Cipriano

Friday, August 12th 8:30am Mauro Racanati

Saturday, August 13th 8:30am Holy Name Society 5:00pm Nunzio Dorsi & Maria Frontera

Sunday, August 14th 8:30am Joseph Cavera, Raffaele Minetti, Nancy Rizzo 10:15am Alfred Cardone 11:45am Concetta & Ciro D’Istria 1:30pm People of the Parish

Pray for the Sick

Please pray for the deceased

of our parish, especially Salvatore Rizzuto,

Salvatore Guzzone, Rev. Carlos Valencia

The American Flag will be flown this week

in memory of Charles Triscritti requested by family

The Sanctuary Lamp has been donated this week

in memory of Rev. Monsignor Salvatore Cafiero

requested by the Parish Community

The Altar Candles have been donated this week

in memory of John Soranno

requested by Josephine Lagana

The Chapel Candles have been donated this week

in memory of Rev. Monsignor Dominic Sclafani

requested by the Parish Community

Wine and Hosts have been donated this week

in memory of Salvatore Ercole

requested by Vincent Scotto

Michael Fiore, Anthony LaRocca, Helene Koehler, Millie Bennett, Peter Grippo, George Kordela, Luke Eriquez, Baby David, Grace Ciensi, Matthew Grimaldi, Marie Russo

OUR WEEKLY COLLECTION

- JULY 31ST -

1ST COLLECTION:

$4,169

2ND COLLECTION:

$399

AVERAGE WEEKLY EXPENSES

$12,411

READINGS FOR THE WEEK

Monday: Ez 1:2-5, 24-28c; Ps 148:1-2, 11-14; Mt 17:22-27 Tuesday: Ez 2:8 -- 3:4; Ps 119:14, 24, 72, 103, 111, 131; Mt 18:1-5, 10, 12-14 Wednesday: 2 Cor 9:6-10; Ps 112:1-2, 5-9; Jn 12:24-26 Thursday: Ez 12:1-12; Ps 78:56-59, 61-62: Mt 18:21 -- 19:1 Friday: Ez 16:1-15, 60, 63 or 16:59-63; Is 12:2-3, 4bcd-6; Mt 19:3-12 Saturday: Ez 18:1-10, 13b, 30-32; Ps 51:12-15, 18-19; Mt 19:13-15 Sunday: Jer 38:4-6, 8-10; Ps 40:2-4, 18; Heb 12:1- 4; Lk 12:49-53

Much will be required of the person entrusted with much, and still more will be demanded of the person entrusted with more.” -Luke 12:48. Looking back on my life, I can see that God has given me far more blessings than I deserve. I can never remember a mo-ment when I did not feel loved. I have been given so much from God, my parents, my brother, cousins, relatives, Harry, and many friends. But most of all, I have been given the gift of faith. How about you? What has God given you? Faith is something given to us and it must be shared. I believe that's what Jesus is talking about when he says, "much will be required of the person entrusted with much." Jesus has given us this wonderful gift of faith. We have been entrusted to carry this gift into the world. Faith is the pearl of great price that Jesus talks about in one of his par-ables. When we find it, we must share it. Yes, much has been given to us, but we must share what we have been given. This week, join me in reflecting on all that we have been given. Join me in sharing the great gift of faith. Let us go out into the world and proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ! Regards in Christ, Father Vincent

Your Prayer Intentions

My dear parishioners, each day I make a Holy Hour in our Rectory chapel. During this hour, I pray for our parish and all of you. If you have something specific that you would like me to pray for, please fill out the form below and drop it off at the Rectory. Be assured that I will pray for whatever you ask, and that our Lord knows what you need even be-fore you ask him.

In Christ,

Father Vincent

Your Name: ____________________________________ Your Prayer Intention:________________________________________

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Tir_^ of Looking for P[rking?

18 Parking spots are available in Our Lady of Grace parking lot on East 3rd Street between Avenue W and Avenue V. Parking is Monday-Friday all hours. Saturday cars must be out for our worship service from 4pm-7pm. Sunday cars must be out from 7:30am-2pm. A $150 per month donation is pay-able on the first of every month. For more info and to reserve your spot call 718-627-2020.

Gr[]_ Institut_ for Wom_n Op_n Hous_ Are you interested in an administrative job in the health sector or are you looking for a tuition-free job training program? Do you want to work with top employers including: CityMD, Weill Cornell Medical, Montefiore Institute for Family Health? We have the program for you. October 3rd through December 2nd, 2016 on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 6pm to 9pm. Pro-gram services include Technical Training in Healthcare Administration, Keyboarding, Professional Development, Individual and Group Workshops/Support, Employment Services. Eligibility requirements: English fluency, Eligible to work in the U.S., A high school diploma or GED/TASC, Ages 18-64. Visit our website to Register. www.graceinsititute.org/admissions@graceinstitute.org. We are located at 40 Rector Street, 14th Floor, NYC. Call 2112-832-7605 for information.

The Feast of the Assumption

A special Mass will be celebrated for the Feast of the Assumption on Monday, August 15th at 7:30pm. All are invited to attend.

Reduced Fair Metro Cards For Seniors and Persons with Disabilities

Reduced Fair Metro Cards will be available for those 65 years and older and persons with disabilities at the Com-munity Office of Assemblyman William Colton at 155 Kings Highway on Friday, August 26th. No appoint-ment necessary. Valid photo ID required and proof of age (e.g. Medicare Card).

- Many Ways To Give - There are many ways to give to support Our Lady of Grace's mission of spreading the Gospel here in Gravesend, Brook-lyn. Please consider :

1. Cash, check, or weekly envelope donations. If you are not currently receiving envelopes, please call rectory office to register.

2. Bequests - Have you included the Church that you love in your will? No gift is too small.

3. Gifts of real estate or property - houses, vehicles, boats, etc.

4. Gifts of appreciated securities - gold, silver, and artwork.

5. Life insurance gifts - annuities or gifts payable upon death.

6. Stocks or bonds.

7. Combined federal campaign and other workplace matching contributions.

Restoration of Our Historic Grotto with Beautiful Waterfall

- Join us in this proj_]t to r_stor_ our Bl_ss_^ Moth_r Grotto -

Memorial Paving Stones $250 each Waterfall Memorial plaques $500 each (located near fountain)

For more information, call the Rectory at 718-627-2020

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Name: ___________________________________ Telephone: ________________________

Memorial Stone Inscription: ______________________________________________ Waterfall Memorial Plaque Inscription: ______________________________________

(make checks payable to Our Lady of Grace)

A Diocesan Pilgrimage with Bishop DiMarzio

The Holy Doors of Rome, Assisi, and the Holy Lands in the Jubilee Year of Mercy

Italy tour: September 15th to the 23rd

Optional Holy Land Extension: September 23rd to the 9th

Rome and Israel portions may be booked together or as separate pilgrimages.

For a brochure, call Susan at 1-800-842-4842.

+ A Letter of Gratitude +

Dear Father Vincent, On behalf of all the Sisters of Charity of Seton Hill, I would like to thank you and the parishioners of Our Lady of Grace Parish for your concern, prayers, and generous dona-tions to our missions. I am grateful for the generous dona-tion of $800 from the mission appeals in your parish. I would like to thank Bishop Nicholas Anthony DiMarzio, Reverend Monsignor Joseph P. Nagle and you for your most thoughtful invitation to share our mission stories with the parishioners at OLG Parish. I am so grateful to you and to the faithfulness of your parish for your warm welcome to Sister Maria Goetschalckx. Thank you Father Vincent, for all you and your staff do to help with mission awareness. Please continue to remember our Community in your prayers and know that you and the faithfulness of OLG will always have a special place in ours. We have been blessed greatly by having many wonderful benefactors who pray for and assist with our mission aposto-lates in Korea, China, and Ecuador. It is through sharing with each other that we become more united in the love of the Lord. May you, your staff, and the parish receive many blessings for your generosity.

Gratefully, Sister Jane Ann Cherubin, S.C. Coordinator for Mission Support

Thank you to those who have already pledged to Generations of Faith. So far, 58 families have helped us raise $309,000. We are only $176,000 away from reaching our goal. The minimum goal at Our Lady of Grace is $485,000. If you have not filled out your pledge form, please drop it off at the Rectory or in the basket. In the coming weeks, every family will receive campaign materials in the mail. Please be generous.

Our Youth Ministry Program will resume

in September.

Check the bulletin for further information.

Have a Great

Summer!

Individual, Couples, and Family Therapy

Marcella Talignani is a licensed Psychotherapist in St. Dominic Parish community. She has her Bachelor of Science in Psychology and is an MSW, LMSW, LCSW. She is a warm, empa-thetic, goal-orientated practitioner who believes that it is never too late to begin to live the life you deserve. Contact her for more information or for an appointment at 917-808-0669.

Annual Feast of Saint Rocco

The Saint Rocco Society of Potenza, Inc. will be celebrating its 127th Annual

Feast on Monday, August 21st, with a Mass at 12noon and a procession through the streets of Little Italy to follow at 1:30pm. Last year’s feast was a huge success and we hope, with God’s help, that it will continue this year. If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to contact Stephan La-Rocca at 212-785-8127 or 646-734-8354. Monsignor Donald Sakano, our pastor, can be reached at 212-226-8075.

- Pastoral Ministry -

The Alpha-Genesis Sunshine Foundation has again made a generous donation to our Pas-toral Ministry and its food pantry and soup kitchen programs. The Foundation is an in-dependent non-profit corporation who reaches out to the community and those in need. It is their kindness and thoughtfulness that enables us to keep our commitment to feed the hungry, and to give drinks to the thirsty. We thank them for their continued support. May God bless them all!

Eightieth Anniversary Celebration

Join our parish family on Sunday, Septem-ber 25th, after the 11:45am Mass, celebrations to follow from 1:30pm to 5:30pm. for our Grand 80th Anniversary Celebration. Tickets are $30 (children 12 and under $10). We need photos of any past Our Lady of Grace event. Please attach information to the photos (when photo was taken and who is in the photo) and drop them at the Rectory. We will be drawing the 100 to 1 raffle winner. If all tickets are sold- winner(s) will take home $5,000. Tickets are at rectory. We are compiling a list of names of our pa-rishioners who were here from the very begin-ning (the early 1930s), who remembers attend-ing mass at the store-front church on Avenue X before the current church was built. If you have any information, please call Mary Ann at 718-376-8294.

Ey_gl[ss_s for th_ N__^y

The Msgr. Cafiero Columbiettes #7236 are collecting used eyeglasses and cases. Please leave them in the Columbiettes’ basket on the table in the rectory vesti-bule marked “Eyeglass Collection” or leave them in the ushers closet in the rear of the church.

A Night With Elvis starring Richie Santa

singing Elvis' greatest hits On September 10th, the Father Cutrone Gym will host A Night With Elvis at 7pm. Doors open at 6pm. Tick-ets are $40 per person and include a 90 minute show and one hour of meet and greet. The first 200 tickets purchased will receive a free autographed shirt signed by Richie Santa. Pasta dinner, meatballs, tossed salad, bread, cake, coffee, soda, and water are being served. A 50/50 Raffle, as well as an open bar, beer and wine are available. This is an adults-only event. No tickets sold at the door. The cutoff date is September 1st. Call the Rectory at 718-627-2020 for more informa-tion.

God Made Us A Family

We need one another We love one another

We forgive one another We work together We play together

We worship together Together we use God’s word Together we grow in Christ Together we love all people Together we serve our God

Together we hope for heaven These are our hopes and ideals. Help us to attain them, O God, Through Jesus Christ our Lord